South Anchorage High School is a public high school that serves grades 9-12 in Anchorage, Alaska, as well as students from neighboring Turnagain Arm communities of Girdwood and Indian. South Anchorage High School is part of the Anchorage School District, and opened in the fall of 2004.
Serving 1,239 students in grades 9-12, South Anchorage High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 5% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Anchorage High School serves the southwest part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 209.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 7.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 33.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Anchorage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Anchorage High School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Anchorage High School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Anchorage High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Anchorage High School's ranking?
South Anchorage High School is ranked #105 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are South Anchorage High School often compared to?
South Anchorage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dimond High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Anchorage High School?
The graduation rate of South Anchorage High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend South Anchorage High School?
1,239 students attend South Anchorage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Anchorage High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Anchorage High School?
South Anchorage High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Anchorage High School offer ?
South Anchorage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Anchorage High School part of?
South Anchorage High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is South Anchorage High School located?
South Anchorage High School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Huffman And O Malley.
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